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How to pronounce hoops in American English
“hoops” pronunciation by American speakers
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“hoops” in real sentences — American speakers
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and jump through the requisite hoops.
Federal Reserve
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jump through hoops if you will.
Census Bureau
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than having folks jump through unnecessary hoops.
The Obama White House
Words that sound like “hoops”
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